Use different passwords for different websites and services. Do not use your Albright account credentials on other, non-Albright, systems and applications. In this manner, a compromised password for one system or service does not put all of your personal data, information and access at risk.

Use strong passwords that are easy for you to remember and difficult for others to guess.

Change your passwords regularly.

Do not save or store your passwords in your browser or within applications.

If you suspect that your password has been compromised, you should change it immediately, or call Client Services at 610-921-7676.

Be aware that no reputable business will ever ask you to share your password. You should never share or provide your password to anyone, including Albright IT Services personnel.

You use your computer almost daily, for homework, research, social networking, online purchases, and more. The Internet is an amazing tool that provides both opportunities and risks. It is a source of endless information, but must be used with good judgment. When you log on to the campus network (or any network), what you do online could not only have impact on your one computer, but other users as well. These include other students, staff, and faculty members. By combining up-to-date security tools with good judgment, you are much less likely to encounter a security violation, loss of data, or system problems. (StaySafeOnline.org)

Learn how to use the privacy settings for any service you use, and use these privacy settings to control your audience.

Make sure you actually know the people you interact with online.

Avoid sharing personal information about your whereabouts. It is better not to post your class schedule, your party plans, your hangouts, your vacation plans. Do not use location based services designed to let others know where you are.

Be cautious with online games and questionnaires. Don’t fill out fun questionnaires that ask for personal information, even if they’re forwarded to you by your friends.

Post photos of yourself and others with care and respect.

Phones can contain tremendous amounts of personal information. Lost or stolen devices can be used to gather information about you and, potentially, others. Protect your phone like you would your computer.

Secure your phone: Use a strong passcode to lock your phone.

Think before you app: Review the privacy policy and understand what data (location, access to your social networks) on your device an app can access before your download it.

Only give your mobile number out to people you know and trust and never give out anyone else’s number without their permission.

What is a security incident?

An information security incident is any event that exposes (or potentially exposes) information or resources to unauthorized access, disruption or modification. Security incidents should immediately be reported to the IT Services information security team by emailing ITSecurity@albright.edu

When reporting security incidents, you should provide as much detailed information as possible, including your contact information, the date of the incident and the approximate time of the incident. For contact information, please include your name, email address and phone number.

Please note: For incidents involving threats to health or safety or the theft or vandalism of computers or computing devices contact Public Safety at (610-921-7670).